Good morning, Birmingham.

Drivers face delays as a section of 26th Street South from Hatcher Place to Highland Avenue remains closed for drainage improvements — detour signs guide traffic to 11th Ave South.

The closure began Monday, Feb. 23 and will last for 10 working days.

Nebius is proposing a multibillion-dollar AI factory on the former Regions Lakeshore Operations Center along Lakeshore Parkway.

Construction will begin later this year and take 30 months, and the center will create 200 construction jobs, 100 operating jobs and generate nearly $87 million in annual school taxes.

Velvet & Vine BHM, a new restaurant offering elevated Southern dining, will open in March on the second floor of Thomas Jefferson Tower (1623 Second Ave. North) in downtown Birmingham; executive chef Hassan Gooden has been perfecting recipes for both to-go lunches and seated dinners.

Huey Magoo’s will open 4 new restaurants in Birmingham as part of its planned expansion over the next two years.

The franchise, which already operates 85 restaurants across 12 states, is working with the Jha Rajput Patel group & aims to reach 100 locations by the end of 2026.

Gas prices in Birmingham dropped 6.5 cents this week to $2.53 per gallon based on GasBuddy’s survey of 550 stations, though prices remain 6.6 cents higher than a month ago and 18.5 cents lower than last year.

Jefferson County's new IB school will open Monday, Mar.

2 for students from Pleasant Grove (Grades 6-8) and Irondale (Grades 9-12), with families invited to an open house on March 1 at the former Fultondale High School site on Carson Road.

Governor Ivey proclaimed Public Schools Week Monday to mark historic education gains for students, teachers and schools statewide.

The effort highlighted improvements in reading, math and graduation rates, along with boosted college and career readiness from longstanding reforms.

Downtown's Alabama School of Fine Arts (ASFA) offers a special program that mixes hard work in academics and creative arts for grades 7–12.

The public school uses advanced math and science courses, hands-on labs, and research projects that help students earn top awards and prepare for future studies.

Birmingham officials advanced a proposal to convert a lot at 1312 First Avenue North into a day shelter for unhoused residents + linking them to essential services + with no overnight use.

The site will operate 7:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. and may open in early summer if approved by full council.

Gray Analytics Inc. in Huntsville won a missile defense contract with work running until Feb.

18, 2031, while Brasfield & Gorrie LLC in Birmingham secured a contract for lab and office construction in Auburn finishing by May 19, 2028. The awards exceed $115 million and boost local defense and construction.

Locals can break out of gym routines with eight unique workouts on offer (aerial pilates, boxing, climbing, kickball, pickleball, biking, dance, and walking) available at local venues held regularly for fun and fitness.

Charles Bediako has filed an appeal with the Alabama Supreme Court (Judge Daniel Pruet may rule as early as this week) to obtain interim relief that would let him rejoin the Tide for the remainder of the season.

Meet the GCs Expo – Birmingham

4-7 p.m. — Events at Haven — Free entry — Network with general contractors and discover new opportunities in the Birmingham construction industry.

WATTs Up with Energy?

9 AM – 12 PM — Larry Read, Realtor - RealtySouth Birmingham Alabama — Free entry — Enhance your skills to help clients make informed home decisions.

Ginger Billy Stand-Up Comedy Show

7-9 p.m. — Main Room, 1818 Data Dr, Birmingham, AL — Minimum two-item purchase — Enjoy a humorous look into rural life with comedian Ginger Billy.

Learnmore Jonasi Stand-Up Comedy

10:00 – 11:30 PM — StarDome Comedy Club — Two-item minimum — Experience the humor of Zimbabwe’s top comedian brought to life through hilarious observations and personal anecdotes.

Jessica Kirson Live in Birmingham

7:30 p.m. — Birmingham Jefferson Convention Complex — Tickets available — Enjoy a night of comedy with Jessica Kirson in an entertaining live performance.

AHSAA Basketball State Finals

5 PM — Legacy Arena — Free for ages 5 and under — Witness the excitement of high school basketball championships with teams from seven classifications.

AHSAA Basketball State Finals

6 PM – 3 AM — Legacy Arena — Tickets starting at $22 — Experience the excitement at the AHSAA Basketball State Finals in Birmingham!

SIX FIGURE LINKEDIN MASTERCLASS

10 AM – 3 PM — The Alcove Birmingham — Ticketed Event — Build your six-figure pipeline and win clients on LinkedIn in a hands-on masterclass.

AHSAA Basketball State Finals

3:30-7:30 a.m. — Legacy Arena — Tickets start at $20 — Experience the excitement of high school basketball at the AHSAA State Finals.

Cottontail's Village Festival

10 AM - 7 PM — BJCC North Exhibition Hall — Admission fees may apply — Celebrate spring with over 200 vendors offering gifts, crafts, and delicious food.